2002 Peugeot 306 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 474 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 306 | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 306 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
